Queen Zinnia
I admit, I am smitten with the array of zinnias I have seen this year and this lovely one is no exception. It might not be the most striking (compared, say, to the Mexican or the ‘party’ ones) but the name is the most noble so far and the curled understated petals really merit a closer look (in the enlarged version in the gallery) to see the subtleties of colour and tones. The centre makes a royal statement, though, being that bright red web and, as is usual, there is a gold necklace surrounding it. A friend I was speaking to the other day tells me that one of the joys of these flowers is that they seem to evolve over the season, blooming really quite late, but changing from uniform colouring in the plants to different colours, as though they have cross-pollinated. Perhaps this is one reason I have seen so many different looking ones. Whatever the case, friends, I hope you enjoy this regal offering today and it cheers you, whether you are monarchists or not! View all posts on the Home page. A Flower a Day #408
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Most definitely regal, this zinnia has borrowed Henry viii’s pleated collar to offset her gold necklace to good effect. Thank you, Ellie, for this fitting portrait of a queen.
I’m glad you liked it, thank you, Janet. There is more royalty to follow soon, I hope you enjoy the next Queen as much!
It is both beautiful and intriguing when you look up close. Love the colour and again the necklace around the center is very intriguing. Thanks again for sharing this lovely bright spot. Hope you have a great day. Hugs to you and Steve.
Thank you again, both for the comment and for taking the time to look up close at this lovely flower. I love the details in these so much that it’s a joy to share with others who appreciate them. Have a lovely day, Linda. Keep warm!